Gaming

Microsoft has taken the next steps to deliver Xbox SmartGlass this autumn by releasing the Xbox SmartGlass Software Development Kit (SDK) as a free release for partners that have agreements to develop Xbox games or entertainment applications for the Xbox 360 console.

This week, the tight level design and vertical gameplay of Battlefield 3: Close Quarters comes to the PS3, followed by its release next week on Xbox 360 and PC.

Back at E3 we were treated to a preview of Episode 2 of The Walking Dead game from TellTale Games, and it looks really good!

Earlier this month at E3 we gave you a bit of a closer look at the new Nintendo Wii U GamePad. Afterwards we got some hands-on with one.

As well as being available on the Xbox 360, iPad and iPhone, Microsoft has now released Kinectimals on Android.

Microsoft announced today that acclaimed British indie rock band, the Kaiser Chiefs, will be ambassadors for the “Xbox Summer Stadium” sports and entertainment campaign from 15 June until 12 August 2012. As part of their role the band have pledged their support to Microsoft’s charity partner, Right To Play, encouraging fans to take part in donating to a great cause.

The new update for Angry Birds Seasons has been released – this time it’s Piglantis!

For some lucky people the Spring 2012 Xbox 360 update is now available – everyone else it’s next week.